SAM Magazine—Whistler, British Columbia, April 21, 2023—Vail Resorts has appointed Belinda Trembath as vice president and chief operating officer of Whistler Blackcomb, effective May 15. Trembath most recently served as vice president and general manager at Perisher, Australia. 

"Belinda is dedicated to ensuring the preservation of unique mountain cultures alongside a commitment to excellence across the employee, guest, and community experience,” said Doug Pierini, senior VP and COO of Vail Resorts’ Western Region and interim COO of Whistler Blackcomb. “This is what makes her an exceptional mountain operator. I can't imagine a better leader to step into the COO role at Whistler Blackcomb to help guide the next chapter of such an iconic, influential, world-class resort.”  

Trembath has more than 30 years of experience in the ski industry and mountain operations, and she has been chair of the Australian Ski Areas Association since 2018. In 2006, Trembath was appointed VP and GM of Mt. Hotham in Victoria, Australia. In 2019, she also provided oversight for Falls Creek, Victoria. 

Trembath played a key leadership role in helping Perisher, Falls Creek, and Mt. Hotham—all owned by Vail Resorts—successfully navigate through the pandemic and the reopening of Australia’s borders. She also implemented strategic growth programs and led multiple technology advancements at the three resorts. In addition, she has been a member of several tourism and government advisory boards throughout her career. 

“I am honored and thrilled to be the COO of Whistler Blackcomb,” said Trembath. “It is not lost on me how profound this opportunity is, and I look forward to being an advocate for our resort and its passionate employees, our guests, and the iconic Whistler community.”